Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area
116 N Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661, South Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
The Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area is a 3-star hotel set in a contemporary glass-and-steel building in Chicago's trendy West Loop district, known for its dense concentration of restaurants and nightlife. This is an informal, unpretentious property that shares its building and facilities with an adjoining Homewood Suites, with the main lobby located on the 4th floor above three levels of parking. It has earned a strong 4.5 rating from 1,438 reviews, reflecting consistent guest satisfaction.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are understated but feature floor-to-ceiling windows, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen Smart TVs with HDMI and on-demand channels, and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add skyline views, while suites include separate sitting areas, and some come with pull-out sofas or a full kitchen, useful for guests who want to bring their own food and drinks. Guests have noted the rooms are spacious and quiet, built with steel and glass for solid soundproofing, with strong water pressure and effective HVAC.
Dining
A free hot breakfast is served daily in an airy breakfast room with floor-to-ceiling windows, typically including eggs, sausage, waffles, fresh fruit, and orange juice. Room service is also available for added convenience. The immediate neighborhood offers numerous additional eateries, including a Michelin-starred restaurant directly across the street.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site recreational facilities include an indoor pool, a fitness center, and an outdoor terrace. Parking is available for a fee, housed within the first three floors of the building.
Location
The hotel sits in the West Loop, about a 5-10 minute walk from an Orange Line El station, making it easy to reach downtown Chicago. It's roughly 810m from Willis Tower and Skydeck Chicago, around 1.6-1.8km from Cloud Gate, Millennium Park, the Chicago Riverwalk, and the Art Institute of Chicago, and within a few kilometers of the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, Navy Pier, and Adler Planetarium.
Best for
This hotel suits business travelers and leisure visitors alike who want a central West Loop base close to downtown attractions, thanks to its proximity to an El station and major sights like Willis Tower and Millennium Park. It's also a good fit for guests who value spacious, quiet rooms and free hot breakfast, and for those wanting suite options with kitchens or pull-out sofas for longer stays or small groups.
Travel tips
The hotel is only about 810m from Willis Tower/Skydeck Chicago and a 5-10 minute walk from an Orange Line El station, making it easy to explore downtown and the Loop without a car. Note that the lobby is on the 4th floor, with the first three floors used for paid parking, and the building is shared with an adjoining Homewood Suites. The West Loop's dense restaurant scene, including a Michelin-starred option across the street, makes it worth booking dinner reservations in advance.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the free hot breakfast, spacious and quiet rooms with solid steel-and-glass construction, strong water pressure, and effective climate control, and the convenient West Loop location near transit and a Michelin-starred restaurant. Some reviewers noted the front desk check-in process undermined the digital key feature, describing tired or unenthusiastic staff, and one review found the breakfast selection lackluster despite premium sausage and fruit options. A few guests also mentioned the mattress felt like an older-style spring type that shifts with movement. Overall, the location and room comfort are recurring high points, while front-desk service consistency is an occasional concern.
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